Bachelors Barge Club Member Handbook
Bachelors Barge Club Member Handbook © 2011 Bachelors Barge Club All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without permission from Bachelors Barge Club. Contributors Susan Butterweck, Jackie Chung, Lisa DiMeo, Joseph Fiore, Dave Florio, Margaret Gordon, Jamie Gordon, Henry Hauptfuhrer, Trish Henry, Emanuela Kaufer, Elisabetta Manduchi, Jennifer Mussio,, Patsy Sauri, Christine Shiffer, Erica Sollberger Last Updated: January 2015 I. INTRODUCTION Welcome! Welcome to Bachelors Barge Club and the sport of rowing. This manual will give you an overview of what you need to know as a BBC member and newly minted rower. Please read through it and pay particular attention to the information regarding rowing safety and the operation of the boathouse. We want you to enjoy rowing and BBC in a safe and responsible way. Any questions you have may be addressed to the boathouse captain or manager. Mission Statement The mission of Bachelors Barge Club is to provide its diverse membership with the opportunity, programs, facilities, and equipment to foster an interest in the sport of amateur rowing, whether on a recreational or competitive level. Goal The goal at Bachelors Barge Club is to foster a rowing environment rich in club pride and individual achievement. Objectives To develop and implement programs that promote and encourage the development of highly trained rowers. To provide the equipment and facilities necessary to support a vital rowing community. To maintain open communication and comradeship through a variety of member activities and events. To preserve the unique history of our boathouse. To continue to develop a diverse membership. To operate the club in a financially responsible manner that best balances program costs, facility maintenance and improvements, and equipment upkeep and acquisitions.
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